Miami to Key West Day Trip

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6 Hours in Key West
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Overview

Our Miami to Key West Day Trip lets you experience the fantastic Overseas Highway aboard a Luxury touring coach then spend an afternoon enjoying Key West.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a free pickup from most Downtown Miami & Miami Beach hotels
  • Ride down the scenic Overseas Highway
  • Learn from an interesting narrated tour of the Florida Keys
  • Spend the afternoon in fun and funky Key West
  • Relax with worry-free round-trip transportation

Description

Explore the exotic side of Florida on a Miami to Key West Day Trip. A visit to Key West is a highlight of any Miami vacation, and The Key West Express makes it easy. In one busy, fun-filled day you can enjoy a road trip down the legendary Overseas Highway, tour the full length of the Florida Keys, and spend an afternoon shopping, dining, partying, and playing in unique Key West, America’s only Caribbean paradise.

Our Miami to Key West Day Trip offers the safest, easiest, and most economical way to add a Key West side trip to your vacation. Leave the driving to the professionals and arrive in Key West rested and ready to enjoy the island city. Eat, drink, and be merry Key West style knowing that your seat is reserved for a safe return to Miami in the air-conditioned comfort of a luxury touring coach piloted by an experienced driver.

Your Miami to Key West tour begins in the morning with a check in at the convenient downtown departure point or a free pick up from the major hotels in Miami Beach or Downtown Miami. Our modern touring coaches have all the necessities that make for a great trip – soft, comfortable reclining seats, tinted windows, and a high-fidelity sound system that makes it easy to listen to the tour narration.

The miles pass quickly as the coach rolls out of Miami, through the Southern Everglades on U.S. Highway 1 and down to Key Largo. Then blue water appears on both sides of the coach as you get on the Overseas Highway and enter a different world, with the Gulf and Atlantic waters almost constantly in sight as the coach heads south-west down the Florida Keys.

The highway crosses open water on 43 bridges, but the moment everyone anticipates is the Marathon Key jump-off onto the northern end of the renowned Seven Mile Bridge. Have your camera handy because the Bridge is a marvel of highway engineering that offers incredible ocean-scape views and gives the feeling of flying low over emerald blue water. You may recognize sights and scenes that were made famous in the movies Bad Boys, 2 Fast 2 Furious, and True Lies.

The coach glides back onto solid ground on Little Duck Key, gateway to the Lower Keys. Listen to the narrated tour while traveling through this historic region where blue water, white sand, lush tropical vegetation, and easy living recall the days of the old Florida Keys. Plan to arrive in Key West around noon with plenty of time available to explore the island. You can have lunch and a beverage at an outdoor café table, shop and sightsee in Old Town, or rent a bike and hit the beach.

For an active afternoon, The Key West Express makes it easy to upgrade your day tour to include a snorkeling trip, a parasail ride, a glass-bottom boat tour, or some jet skiing. Making arrangements is quick and easy with a few taps on a smart phone screen and our 100% secure online booking system. Book your Miami to Key West day trip now while space is still available!

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What's Included

  • Round trip transportation from Miami
  • 6 hours in Key West
  • Narrated tour of the Florida Keys
  • All meals
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL, USA

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Begin your full-day trip to Key West with convenient pickup from your Miami hotel aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned coach equipped with a restroom. You'll have 6 hours to explore this charming island at your own pace.

Miami to Key West

Relax and enjoy your journey to the Florida Keys aboard our well-maintained luxury coach. Our knowledgeable tour guide will share fascinating stories about Key West's rich history and vibrant culture as you travel back in time across the iconic Overseas Highway.

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6 hours in Key West • Hotel shuttle included

US Highway 1 (pass by)

Marvel at the stunning views along the scenic Overseas Highway. This iconic route, often called "the coolest road in the USA,” connects 31 islands with 43 bridges, making it a dream for photographs. Don't forget your camera!

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Breakfast stop

Stop for breakfast and stretch your legs en route to Key West.

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20 minutes • Food & drinks not included

Seven Mile Bridge (pass by)

This engineering marvel has been featured in numerous films and TV series, including Road House, Licence to Kill, True Lies, 2 Fast 2 Furious, and Burn Notice. It also appears in the video game Grand Theft Auto VI.

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US 1 Mile Marker 0

Welcome to the southernmost point in the continental United States! Fun fact: Key West is closer to Cuba than it is to Miami.

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Key West

You’ll arrive in Key West at approximately 11:55 AM. We provide a detailed map of the city to help you navigate and make the most of your time.

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918 Caroline Street, Key West • Hotel shuttle included

Have fun exploring!

Key West is extremely walkable, and you’ll have no problem finding amazing photo opportunities with attractions like The Southernmost Point in the USA, Ernest Hemingway’s Home & Museum, Fort Zachary Historic State Park, and The Key West Lighthouse, to name a few.

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6 hours (approx.) • Attraction Tickets Not Included

Key West to Miami

At approximately 6:00 PM you will depart Key West with unforgettable memories of your day in paradise. You will be dropped off back at your original pick-up point.

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4 hours (approx.) • Hotel shuttle included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation has a toilet
  • Suitable for travelers of all fitness levels
  • What to bring: comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, swimwear, towel, travel pillow, and a smile!

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given to travelers by the The Key West Express customer support team.

Are your buses wheelchair accessible?

The buses are not wheelchair accessible.

Are your tours wheelchair accessible

If the wheelchair is foldable yes, we can accommodate you.

Are there beaches in Key West?

There are several beaches in Key West, with the most popular being located at Fort Zachary Taylor State Park. Key West is a great watersports destination, so bring a bathing suit and sunscreen, if you plan to get wet.

Can I bring luggage on the bus?

Yes, you may bring one piece of luggage and one carry on bag, per person.

Do we stop on the way to Key West?

It depends. If passengers wish to take a break, we will stop at the McDonalds in Tavernier at approximately 9:00 AM. There is also a convenience store and a grocery store in the same vicinity.

How do people dress in Key West?

Key West is super casual. A sundress for ladies and khaki shorts for the gets is as dressed up as anyone usually gets.

How long does it take to drive to Key West?

The road trip takes about 4 hours. Driving the Overseas Highway is a one-of-a-kind experience. You will see some of the most spectacular scenery in the State. You will literally be driving right over the ocean and across a thin chain of islands and bridges, including the famous 7-Mile Bridge. These bridges connect 34 islands that make up the Florida Keys.

How much free time do we have in Key West?

You’ll have approximately 6 hours to explore Key West at your leisure.

What are some good items to bring on the drive to Key West?

Here are some good things to bring to keep you comfortable on the trip: a smartphone, tablet computer, MP3 player, books, magazines, camera, snacks, sleeping shades, and a travel pillow.

What happens if only my activity in Key West is cancelled?

On occasion, activities in Key West will be canceled because of bad weather. In those cases, you will be refunded for the canceled part of your trip. Those refunds are as follows:

  • If the Glass Bottom Boat Cruise is canceled due to weather, you will be issued a $60 refund.
  • If the Snorkeling Trip is canceled due to weather, you will be issued a $60 refund.
  • If Parasailing is canceled due to weather, you will be issued a $70 refund.
  • If Trolley is canceled due to weather, you will be issued a $55 refund.

What is the weather cancellation policy?

If the Miami to Key West Day Trip must be canceled due to bad weather, and you cannot go on another day or time, you will be issued a refund by The Key West Express.

What is there to see in Key West?

You’ll have approximately 6 hours to explore Key West. Famous for its history, this tropical island is home to famous landmarks such as the Southernmost Point in the United States, Mel Fisher’s Treasure Hunting Museum, Ernest Hemingway’s House with the 6-toed cats, Fort Zachary Taylor, and a spooky above ground cemetery just to name a few. There’s also fun water activities, like snorkeling, a glass bottom boat ride, jet ski tours, and parasailing.

Where can I park my car?

If required, parking instructions for the Miami to Key West Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email.

Where is the meeting point for this activity?

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Miami to Key West Day Trip will be included in your confirmation email from The Key West Express. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

Will you pick me up from my hotel?

Yes. Free pick-up is available from all hotels in South Beach, Miami Beach, and Downtown Miami.

Will you take me back to my hotel after the tour?

Yes, after the tour, we will return you back to the hotel that we picked you up from. The Key West Express offers complimentary drop-off service to all hotels in Miami Beach and Downtown Miami.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-266262

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